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Prepare for bad weather power outages with reliable rechargeable batteries

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04/23/2019

When bad weather hits, the power grid may go down, leaving you with a dead phone, computer, lights etc. A good re-chargeable battery can make all the difference.

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Should a Walking Stick Be Part of Your Survival Gear?

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04/09/2019

“Although the vast majority of walkers never even think of using a walking staff, I unhesitatingly include it among the foundations of the house that travels on my back. I still take my staff along almost as automatically as I take my pack. It is a third leg to me – and much more besides.” – Colin Fletcher, The Complete Walker III, 1984 (page 78)

A2 steel | Is it the best choice for your knife blade?

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04/08/2019

A knife with inferior steel is a waste of money. But paying too much for the blade steel when you don’t need it may also be wasteful. What steel will work best for your hunting/ bushcraft/ survival cutlery needs? Don’t overlook A2 for your next knife.

What is the best camera for point-and-shoot outdoor use?

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04/02/2019

You want quality photos, but also a durable, waterproof camera that can take a beating. What is a good point-and-shoot camera for taking everywhere?

Hillsound Trail Crampons can be used successfully in urban setting as well as in the mountains.

Hillsound Trail Crampons | Try these so you won’t slip on icy surfaces

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02/19/2019

More of us will shovel driveways and sidewalks than traverse glaciers and Himalayan trails. These crampons can help you do both safely.

This pocket survival kit has many items that could help you survive disasters or emergencies.

What good is a mini survival kit? Five things they can’t do

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02/14/2019

Mini, pocket-sized survival kits are in every outdoors store. But, really, what good are they? Here are some things they can’t do.

Find simple gear to make everyday carry survival kits

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02/02/2019

It doesn’t matter if you’re planning a quick snowshoe trek or an hour-long stroll along a wooded path – basic survival tools should be taken along. This gear, or kit, must be lightweight and convenient to carry, or it gets left behind. Here’s what to get.

Recycle a plastic tobbogan into a mobile survival tool

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01/12/2019

A plastic kids’ toboggan has many uses in wilderness and survival situations. And they’re easy to find and cheap. Here’s why you might consider one as a piece of survival equipment.

Video review: LifeStraw Portable Water Filter

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01/05/2019

Ounces count in backpacking, and shaving water weight is one option. The LifeStraw Portable Water Filter can really help. It’s lightweight, compact and works really well.

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Review: Fenix rechargeable headlamp should be in your gear

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12/31/2018

I love headlamps, and think one should be in everyone’s emergency gear. This Fenix rechargeable headlamp deserves consideration for your emergency gear and/or Bug Out Bag.